SASKATOON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Saskatoon Public Schools inspire and sustain learning. We are open to all children and youth so they may discover, develop and act upon their potential, thereby enriching their lives and our community.

Purchasing Clerk II

This is a permanent full-time position with duties to commence on or about February 21, 2005. Responsibilities for this position include:

• Responsible for specific tasks related to the competitive bidding process which may include producing, issuing and receiving bid documents, placing advertisements, issuing addendums and changes, summarizing pricing and information for evaluation by the buyer, issuing notice of award and contract documents, and filing.
• Responsible for maintaining on-line catalogues of contracted materials and web based ordering systems on computer spreadsheet, database and related programs including adding and changing descriptions and pictures.
• Responsible for maintaining the Purchasing Card system including processing applications for cards, changes, preparing monthly statement reports and trouble shooting using the card provider's software and spreadsheet
• Responsible for specific tasks related in the Requisitioning and Purchase Order system using a third party custom designed software and spreadsheet programs
• Responsible for maintaining supplier information files in computer spreadsheet and database programs.
• Assists in trouble-shooting with custom-designed software programs used in the organization's purchasing process.
• Assists in compiling historical information related to purchasing to be used in identifying opportunities for cost savings.
• Assists in expediting orders, arranging return of goods to suppliers and resolving problems with suppliers.
• On line telephone support regarding inquiries into the purchasing system.
• Prepares and issues business correspondence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Grade 12 plus successful completion of a one-year business program.
• Experience in an automated business environment with practical and working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software applications.
• Knowledge and understanding of all components of the competitive bidding and purchasing system and basic understanding of accounting practices.
• Good communication skills including oral, written and listening ability.

All applications should be submitted in confidence to:

Employee Relations Manager
Saskatoon Public Schools
310 - 21st Street E.
Saskatoon, SK S7K 1M7
E-mail: hr@spsd.sk.ca
Website: www.spsd.sk.ca

The deadline for applications is 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 15, 2005.

While we sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those candidates
selected for an interview will be contacted.